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- William Anthony Perry (born December 16, 1962) is an American former football defensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 10 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Bears.
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William Anthony Perry (born December 16, 1962) is an American former football defensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 10 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Bears.
Feb 22, 2024 · William Anthony Perry, famously known as "The Refrigerator," had an eventful life and career, filled with both accomplishments and challenges. Let's delve into the intricate details of his journey.
- Aiken’s Star Athlete
- Perry Draws Interest from Colleges
- “The Fridge”
- Perry Dominates For Clemson
- Ditka Gets His Man
- The Rookie Becomes A Fan Favorite
- Marketing Star
- Super Bowl Xx
- Perry’s Weight Becomes An Issue
- Alcohol and Over-Eating Takes Its Toll
William Anthony Perry was born on December 16, 1962, in Aiken, South Carolina. The Perry family was a large group in more ways than one. William was the tenth of twelve children and each family member was at a different point on the size spectrum. At birth, Perry was 13 pounds, and he stated, “Even when I was little, I was big.” By the time he was ...
On the gridiron, Perry used his size to his advantage and became a nose tackle on the Hornets’ defensive line. Just as he could stuff away copious amounts of food, Perry stuffed dozens of would-be ball carriers. He was also adept at sacking the quarterback. The scouting report for Aiken’s opponents warned about running the pigskin in Perry’s area c...
Perry arrived at Clemson in 1981 just as the Tigers football team was about to embark on one of the greatest seasons in team history. During his freshman season, Perry became a contributor at nose tackle and helped Clemson go 12-0 and defeat fourth-ranked Nebraska in the Orange Bowl for the national championship. It was also during his first year t...
For the next three years, Perry gained national notoriety while he gained more weight. He was a three-time All-American between 1982 and 1984 and piled up 100 tackles as a senior. This was the first time in program history that a down lineman led the Tigers in tackles. That same year, Perry’s younger brother, Michael Dean, joined him. The two playe...
In 1984, the Chicago Bears were a team on the verge of destiny. The team had ended the season 10-6 and beat Washington in the Divisional round, 23-19. Then, during the NFC Championship game against San Francisco, the Bears met their match and were shut out, 23-0. At one point during the contest, 49ers head coach Bill Walsh sent out starting guard G...
Perry couldn’t believe his good fortune. When he was a freshman at Clemson, the Tigers won a national title. Now, as a rookie with the Chicago Bears in 1985, he was part of an organization that was a Super Bowl contender. By sheer luck, the Fridge was a member of the Chicago defense that included Dan Hampton, Steve McMichael, Richard Dent, Mike Sin...
Just like that, Perry was a star. Several of the Bears players received endorsement opportunities that year but nothing like the attention Perry got. He was soon selling products for Coke and McDonald’s, became a G.I. Joe action figure, and appeared on David Letterman’s show. Around the same time, Buddy Ryan realized that Perry was better than he’d...
Chicago ended the 1985 regular season with a 15-1 record. In the playoffs, the Bears’ defense manhandled the Giants and Rams by a combined score of 45-0. That put the franchise in its very first Super Bowl where they were set to meet the New England Patriots. The media gave the Pats no chance in Super Bowl XX and installed them as 10-point underdog...
There was no doubt that Perry was a large man. He also happened to be very athletic and agile for his size, which was something everyone in the NFL took notice of. In 1986, he tallied a career-high 84 tackles and added five sacks as Chicago went 14-2 and lost in the Divisional round to the Redskins. The issue, especially for Ditka, was that the Fri...
Before the 1988 season began, Perry was climbing past 370 pounds. Ditka was getting concerned. In addition to his over-consumption of food, Perry continued drinking like a fish, and it was obvious that he was an alcoholic. Perry’s wife, Sherry, and Ditka worked together to put the Fridge in an alcoholic treatment center to try and kick the habit. A...
Oct 2, 2021 · Perry, now 58, who lives in an assisted living facility in Aiken, S.C., will not be in attendance, but he is doing well and is expected to be able to go home in the next several months, his...
- Grace Raynor
Oct 24, 2022 · The former All-American football player struggled to keep his weight down once he was no longer actively suiting up on game day. Reports claim his weight reached a dangerous 450 pounds. He was soon diagnosed with diabetes and was found to have blood circulatory issues in his legs.
- Karl Rasmussen
Aug 14, 2024 · William Anthony Perry (born December 16, 1962) is an American former football defensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 10 seasons, primarily with the Chicago Bears. Nicknamed the Refrigerator, he played college football for the Clemson Tigers, where he was named ACC Play.
Feb 20, 2024 · William ‘Refrigerator’ Perry stands as a titan with a legacy twofold—an NFL legend and a cautionary tale. His life offers a playbook of lessons: talent can catapult you to stardom, but it’s character that catches you when you fall.
